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July 14, 2026

88 entries published that day, the everything feed by the day each row entered the record; the timeline lists milestones alone, by the day they happened. Each is one sourced row of the record: what happened, where, and where it came from. Nothing here is an article and nothing is unapproved.

  1. New York Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    New York. Hochul announced a one year moratorium affecting new hyperscale data centers on July 14, 2026. rocklandnews.com local outlet (content date)

  2. New York Jurisdiction event Moratorium adopted

    New York. Governor Kathy Hochul signed an Executive Order on July 14, 2026 establishing the nation's first moratorium on new hyperscale data centers, with standards for data center development and a blueprint to support localities. wxxinews.org local outlet (content date)

  3. Iowa Statement

    Tag Greason, QTS Co-CEO. QTS announced a five million dollar grant to local organizations including the Iowa Workforce Development Foundation Said July 14, 2026, thegazette.com. thegazette.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  4. Iowa Statement

    Tag Greason, QTS Co-CEO. Grant intended to address labor concerns for data center development Said July 14, 2026, thegazette.com. thegazette.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  5. Louisiana Statement

    Holly Ridge Elementary School teacher Sarah Morris stated she was shocked by the magnitude of the bonus Said July 14, 2026, louisianaradionetwork.com. louisianaradionetwork.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  6. Louisiana Statement

    Mangum High School head football coach Scott Wilcher said the bonus doubled his retirement Said July 14, 2026, louisianaradionetwork.com. louisianaradionetwork.com local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  7. New Mexico Statement

    David Baake, attorney and energy policy consultant for Western Resource Advocates, told New Mexico lawmakers that Project Jupiter's fuel cell microgrid would emit more than all existing power plants in New Mexico combined Said July 14, 2026, Source New Mexico. Source New Mexico local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  8. New Mexico Statement

    David Baake. Project Jupiter's emissions would put the state back at 2005 levels of CO2 from the electric sector, undoing more than 20 years of progress Said July 14, 2026, Source New Mexico. Source New Mexico local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  9. New Mexico Statement

    David Baake. The Microgrid Oversight Act, state legislation proposed to more closely regulate microgrids and require compliance with Energy Transition Act requirements, died after clearing the Senate Said July 14, 2026, Source New Mexico. Source New Mexico local outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  10. New York Statement

    Governor Hochul opposes any tax subsidies for AI data centers Said July 14, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  11. New York Statement

    Kathy Hochul, Governor. New York requires data centers to produce their own energy or pay premium for accessing state grid Said July 14, 2026, CBS News. CBS News national outlet (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  12. Ohio Statement

    Jessica Sharp, Wilmington resident. Three ordinances with defective public notice must be repealed, replaced, or re ratified before site plan approval Said July 14, 2026, YouTube. YouTube video (paraphrased; said in the source itself)

  13. Connecticut Jurisdiction event

    Connecticut. Connecticut passed a bill requiring AI companion services to disclose when users are dealing with AI ctinsider.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  14. Nebraska Jurisdiction event Moratorium adopted

    Cass County. Cass County Planning Commission approved moratorium on data center development ketv.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  15. Nebraska Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    Cass County. Cass County moved closer to moratorium on data centers nebraskapublicmedia.org local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  16. New York Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    New York. New York imposed first state data center moratorium on 2026-07-14 reuters.com national outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  17. New York Jurisdiction event Moratorium

    New York. Governor Kathy Hochul launched first statewide moratorium on new hyperscale data centers on 2026-07-14 governor.ny.gov primary source (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  18. Ohio Jurisdiction event

    Wilmington. Federal judge ruled that Wilmington violated open meeting laws regarding three ordinances for the Amazon data center project youtube.com video (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  19. Richland Parish, LA Reference figure

    louisianaradionetwork.com. Teachers in Richland Parish receiving bonuses of up to $50,000 due to Meta data center tax revenues: 50,000 USD. Richland Parish, LA, 2026. louisianaradionetwork.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  20. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Google and Cypress Creek committing $8 million to help support local communities: 8,000,000 USD. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  21. Richland Parish, LA Reference figure

    louisianaradionetwork.com. Overall investment in Richland Parish region exceeds $50 billion: 50,000,000,000 USD. Richland Parish, LA, 2026. louisianaradionetwork.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  22. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Project will add over $4.5 billion in energy infrastructure to the region: 4,500,000,000 USD. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  23. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Cypress Creek committed $3 million via community investment program, including $400,000 to Rivercrest School District: 3,000,000 USD. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  24. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Google providing $5 million from Energy Impact Fund to support energy affordability: 5,000,000 USD. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  25. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Solar project will provide 5.35 gigawatts of combined solar and battery storage power once completed in 2029: 5.35 GW. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  26. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Infrastructure project expected to generate $300 million in local tax revenue: 300,000,000 USD. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  27. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Project expected to create approximately 1,400 on site construction jobs and 19 permanent jobs: 1,400 jobs. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  28. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Third phase by 2029 will have 2.46 gigawatts solar power and 2.94 gigawatts battery storage: 2.46 GW. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  29. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. Battery storage will power more than 467,000 homes during peak demand periods: 467,000 homes. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  30. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR Reference figure

    commercialappeal.com. First two phases will add 1.64 gigawatts and 1.96 gigawatts of solar and battery storage respectively: 1.64 GW. Wilson, Arkansas County, AR, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  31. Alabama News item

    Tuberville reaffirms data center support, says opposition driven by China - WBRC. U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville and former U.S. Senator Doug Jones made opposing statements on Alabama data center development. Tuberville supported data centers citing tax revenue; Jones called for a moratorium and transparency measures. WBRC, 2026-07-14. WBRC local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  32. Arkansas News item

    Google to purchase power from new Steel River solar project in Mississippi County - The Arkansas Democrat-Gazette. Google secures power purchase agreement for Steel River solar project in Mississippi County to supply energy to West Memphis data center. arkansasonline.com, 2026-07-14. arkansasonline.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  33. Arkansas News item

    Google backs nation's largest solar project for West Memphis data center. Google backs nation's largest solar project with 5.35 gigawatts capacity to power West Memphis data center by 2029. commercialappeal.com, 2026-07-14. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  34. Arkansas News item

    AVAIO finally faced the Wrightsville community over its $6 billion data center. Pizza couldn't quell the anger. - Arkansas Times. AVAIO held a community meeting in Wrightsville about its $6 billion data center project. Local residents expressed concerns about the proposal. Arkansas Times, 2026-07-14. Arkansas Times local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  35. Arizona News item

    Agency received flood of applications ahead of pause on Arizona data center tax breaks - KJZZ. Arizona Commerce Authority received 113 data center applications in two weeks before July 1 tax break moratorium, almost matching 10 year total since 2013. KJZZ, 2026-07-14. KJZZ local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  36. Connecticut News item

    East Lyme Zoning Commission Approves 3 Coastal Home Rebuilds, Forms Data Center - Patch. The East Lyme Zoning Commission established a subcommittee to study data center regulations and zoning issues. The commission considered whether to impose a moratorium while research is conducted. Patch, 2026-07-14. Patch local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  37. Connecticut News item

    Editorial (opinion): AI unease extends to data centers - CT Insider. A Connecticut editorial discusses public wariness toward artificial intelligence and data centers, noting that some municipalities have banned data centers and more are expected to follow. The piece reflects broader unease about AI technology similar to concerns expressed in San Francisco. CT Insider, 2026-07-14. CT Insider local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  38. Georgia News item

    Blakely: Early County Adopts Data Center Rules Ahead of Major QTS Project - Wiregrass Daily News. Early County adopts data center zoning rules ahead of major QTS project, establishing regulatory framework. Wiregrass Daily News, 2026-07-14. Wiregrass Daily News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  39. Iowa News item

    QTS commits $5 million to skilled trades training in Eastern Iowa - Corridor Business Journal. QTS commits five million dollars to skilled trades workforce training in Eastern Iowa tied to its data center campus under construction at Big Cedar Industrial Center. Corridor Business Journal, 2026-07-14. Corridor Business Journal local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  40. Iowa News item

    Data center developer announces $5 million workforce development grant - thegazette.com. QTS announces five million dollar workforce development grant for Cedar Rapids data center community support. thegazette.com, 2026-07-14. thegazette.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  41. Idaho News item

    Rejected $2.6 billion Idaho data center returns for appeal, with water and grid fears still looming - Yahoo. Pocatello, Idaho rejects $2.6 billion Lex Developments data center for lacking health and safety protection; developer appeals to city council July 16. Yahoo, 2026-07-14. Yahoo national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  42. Indiana News item

    More than 1,000 Munster residents signed a petition and some attended a Plan Commission meeting to protest a proposed data center at the former 150 acre Lansing Country Club site. Read more: https://wgntv.com/northwest indiana/munster residents prote. More than 1,000 Munster residents petitioned and attended a Plan Commission meeting to oppose a data center proposed for a 150 acre former golf club site. www.facebook.com, 2026-07-14. www.facebook.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  43. Indiana News item

    Munster residents push back against proposed data center - WGN-TV. Munster residents opposed a proposed data center in their community. Local opposition is documented to a project in planning. WGN-TV, 2026-07-14. WGN-TV local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  44. Louisiana News item

    Teachers in Richland Parish are receiving huge bonuses due to tax revenues tied to Meta data center construction. Teachers in Richland Parish, Louisiana, are getting bonuses of up to $50,000 from tax revenue tied to Meta's data center, and football coach Scott Wilcher said the bonus doubled his retirement. louisianaradionetwork.com, 2026-07-14. louisianaradionetwork.com local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  45. Louisiana News item

    Meta partners with the Town of Delhi to ease Data Center expansion’s impact on water system. Meta and Delhi agree to fund water system improvements including a new treatment plant to serve the expanded Richland Parish data center. KNOE, 2026-07-14. KNOE local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  46. Massachusetts News item

    ‘I will tie myself to a bulldozer if I have to’: Westfield residents are up in arms over $4 billion data center - The Boston Globe. Westfield residents oppose a proposed $4 billion data center project. Activists have vowed strong resistance to the facility's development. The Boston Globe, 2026-07-14. The Boston Globe local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  47. Missouri News item

    Who Is Behind Missouri’s Anti Data Center Fake Facebook Pages? - The Missouri Times -. Congressman Eric Burlison and Vernon County activist Cyndia Haggard cautioned Missourians about misinformation in anti data center social media campaigns. The Missouri Times -, 2026-07-14. The Missouri Times - local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  48. Missouri News item

    Callaway County hosts open house for proposed data center - KOMU 8. Callaway County hosted an open house for a proposed data center project. The event provided information to the public about the proposal. KOMU 8, 2026-07-14. KOMU 8 local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  49. Missouri News item

    St. Charles County officials approve half-year ban on data center projects, alter senior tax freeze - STLPR. St. Charles County officials approved a six month ban on data center projects. The action represents a local moratorium on new data center development. STLPR, 2026-07-14. STLPR local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  50. Mississippi News item

    AI task force ponders whether data centers need state regulations - Mississippi Today. A Mississippi task force on AI is weighing whether the state should regulate data centers. Mississippi Today, 2026-07-14. Mississippi Today local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  51. Mississippi News item

    ‘Not ready for a data center’: Jackson City Council approves moratorium on data centers - WLBT. Jackson City Council approved a moratorium on new data center development in the city. The action restricts data center projects from proceeding in Jackson jurisdiction. WLBT, 2026-07-14. WLBT local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  52. Mississippi News item

    ‘Nobody Wants This’: Jackson Pumps the Brakes on Data Centers for 6 Months Amid Local Opposition - Mississippi Free Press. Jackson imposed a six month moratorium on data centers amid local opposition. The action represents a jurisdictional halt to new data center projects in the city. Mississippi Free Press, 2026-07-14. Mississippi Free Press local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  53. Mississippi News item

    Jackson City Council votes to pause new data center development - The Clarion-Ledger. Jackson City Council voted to pause new data center development on July 14, 2026. The council action temporarily halted data center permitting in the city. The Clarion-Ledger, 2026-07-14. The Clarion-Ledger local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  54. Mississippi News item

    Jackson passes state’s first data center moratorium - Mississippi Today. Jackson passed Mississippi's first data center moratorium on July 14, 2026. The city imposed restrictions on new data center development. Mississippi Today, 2026-07-14. Mississippi Today local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  55. Montana News item

    Data centers should be regulated separately by the PSC, coalition argues - Daily Montanan. A coalition argued that the Montana Public Service Commission should regulate data centers separately, and Nick Fitzmaurice called for a dedicated data center customer class. Daily Montanan, 2026-07-14. Daily Montanan local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  56. Nebraska News item

    Cass County Planning Commission approves moratorium on data center development - KETV. Cass County Planning Commission approved a moratorium on data center development. The action restricts new data center projects in the county. KETV, 2026-07-14. KETV local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  57. Nebraska News item

    Cass County moves closer to moratorium on data centers - nebraskapublicmedia.org. Cass County, Nebraska moved closer to adopting a moratorium on data centers. The county is considering restricting new data center development. nebraskapublicmedia.org, 2026-07-14. nebraskapublicmedia.org local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  58. New Mexico News item

    Energy expert tells NM lawmakers Project Jupiter could roll back air quality progress by 20 years - Source New Mexico. Energy expert David Baake told New Mexico lawmakers that Project Jupiter's fuel cell microgrid could emit more greenhouse gases than all existing New Mexico power plants combined, undoing 20 years of air quality progress. Source New Mexico, 2026-07-14. Source New Mexico local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  59. New York News item

    New York Enacts First Statewide Data Center Moratorium - Jones Day. New York enacted the nation's first statewide data center moratorium via Executive Order No. 62 on July 14, 2026, pausing large scale data center permits while regulatory framework is developed. Jones Day, 2026-07-14. Jones Day local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  60. New York News item

    New York becomes first US state to impose data center moratorium - Data Center Dynamics. New York Governor Hochul imposed one year moratorium on data centers 50MW or larger, pausing environmental permits and directing study of environmental and utility impacts. Data Center Dynamics, 2026-07-14. Data Center Dynamics trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  61. New York News item

    New York Governor Signs First Statewide Data Center Moratorium - WIRED. New York governor signs executive order imposing one year moratorium on hyperscale data centers over 50 megawatts and proposes ending tax incentives. WIRED, 2026-07-14. WIRED national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  62. New York News item

    New York Orders Moratorium on Large Data Center Permits - Engineering News-Record. New York Governor Hochul issued Executive Order 62 imposing statewide moratorium on large data center permits above 50 MW pending environmental review. Engineering News-Record, 2026-07-14. Engineering News-Record local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  63. New York News item

    New York Data Center Moratorium: State Pauses Projects Over 50 MW - Data Center Knowledge. New York Governor Hochul signed an executive order pausing state permits for data centers above 50 MW pending development of statewide rules. Data Center Knowledge, 2026-07-14. Data Center Knowledge trade press (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  64. New York News item

    New York to impose the country’s first statewide moratorium on data centers - nbcnews.com. New York imposes nation's first statewide moratorium on hyperscale data centers for up to one year to create environmental and energy standards. nbcnews.com, 2026-07-14. nbcnews.com national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  65. New York News item

    New York enacts nation's first statewide temporary ban on new data centers. Here's why. - CBS News. New York becomes first state to enact statewide moratorium on hyperscale data centers for one year while state creates guidelines. CBS News, 2026-07-14. CBS News national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  66. New York News item

    New York bans data center construction for a year, rattling AI industry - Ars Technica. New York becomes first state to impose data center moratorium on facilities consuming 50 MW or more; national calls for bans intensify amid concerns about energy costs and water. Ars Technica, 2026-07-14. Ars Technica national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  67. New York News item

    New York Becomes First State in the Nation to Pause New Hyperscale Data Centers - Inside Climate News. New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order implementing a one year moratorium on new hyperscale data center permits while the state develops regulatory protections. The state has 4 operating hyperscale data centers and 39 pending applications. Inside Climate News, 2026-07-14. Inside Climate News national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  68. New York News item

    New York becomes first U.S. state to impose AI data center ban - CNBC. New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order on July 14, 2026, imposing the first U.S. statewide moratorium on construction of hyperscale AI data centers using 50 megawatts or more of power for one year. The moratorium reflects public concern over electricity costs, water use, and grid capacity. CNBC, 2026-07-14. CNBC national outlet Also reported by The Architect’s Newspaper local outlet , WWNY local outlet (3 reports). (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  69. New York News item

    New York Data Center Moratorium is Bad for the State and America - R Street Institute. Adam Thierer of the R Street Institute argued the New York data center moratorium will harm the state and nation by reducing investment, jobs, and tax revenue while undermining America's AI competitiveness with China. Thierer cited Federal Reserve data on AI's economic contributions and warned of European style over regulation consequences. R Street Institute, 2026-07-14. R Street Institute local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  70. New York News item

    New York Becomes First State to Halt AI Data Centers—Will Others Follow? - Newsweek. New York becomes the first state to halt AI data centers. The decision signals a possible shift in state policy toward restricting data center development. Newsweek, 2026-07-14. Newsweek national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  71. New York News item

    New York becomes first state to impose moratorium on data center development - ESG Dive. New York imposed a statewide moratorium on data center development, becoming the first state to take such action. This represents a major jurisdiction level policy shift. ESG Dive, 2026-07-14. ESG Dive local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  72. New York News item

    New York becomes the first state to impose a data center moratorium - Reuters. New York became the first state to impose a statewide data center moratorium. The moratorium blocks new data center development across the state. Reuters, 2026-07-14. Reuters national outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  73. New York News item

    First Statewide Moratorium on New Hyperscale Data Centers Launched by Governor Kathy Hochul - Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov). New York Governor Kathy Hochul signed an executive order establishing the nation's first moratorium on new hyperscale data centers for up to one year while developing regulatory standards. Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov), 2026-07-14. Governor Kathy Hochul (.gov) primary source (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  74. Ohio News item

    Judge orders redo of Amazon data center ordinances after finding Ohio city violated rules. Federal judge ruled Wilmington violated open meeting laws regarding Amazon data center ordinances; three ordinances must be repealed, replaced, or re ratified before site plan approval. YouTube, 2026-07-14. YouTube video (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  75. Ohio News item

    Wilmington, OH Data Center DELAYED. Federal judge issued preliminary injunction ordering Wilmington to review ordinance changes for proposed Amazon Web Services data center after residents alleged improper notice. YouTube, 2026-07-14. YouTube video (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  76. Oklahoma News item

    A loophole leaves Oklahoma data center water consumption largely untracked - Investigate Midwest. A loophole in Oklahoma's regulations means the water that data centers in the state consume is largely not tracked. Investigate Midwest, 2026-07-14. Investigate Midwest local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  77. ON News item

    AI data centres face growing backlash in Ontario communities - London Free Press. Hamilton city council will vote on a moratorium on AI data centre construction, while Mississauga and York Region are considering similar measures. Ontario municipalities are reacting to public backlash over hyperscale facilities. London Free Press, 2026-07-14. London Free Press local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  78. Oregon News item

    UPDATED: Salem discloses proposed Mill Creek data center project after city released from NDA - Salem Reporter. Salem City Manager Krishna Namburi announced a possible data center project at Mill Creek Corporate Center by California company Verrus after the city was released from a non disclosure agreement. The city estimated annual revenue of $9 million for its general fund. Salem Reporter, 2026-07-14. Salem Reporter local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  79. Oregon News item

    Massive $5.1B data center proposed for Salem draws praise and pushback - KATU. Verrus proposed Oakline at Mill Creek, a $5.1 billion, 75 acre data center campus in Salem on July 14, 2026, with three buildings designed for cloud computing and AI. The project is in early city review, could generate $9 million annually in tax revenue, and has not yet been approved. KATU, 2026-07-14. KATU local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  80. QC News item

    Sherbrooke ouvre la porte à un centre de données en intelligence artificielle - sherbrooke.info. Sherbrooke opens the door to an artificial intelligence data center. The city signals willingness to host a data center project. sherbrooke.info, 2026-07-14. sherbrooke.info local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  81. Rhode Island News item

    Hopkinton seeks ordinance to prohibit data centers - Westerly Sun. Hopkinton Town Council directed its Planning Board to study and recommend an ordinance that would prohibit data centers in town as a precautionary measure. Neighboring Smithfield passed a data center ban in May. Westerly Sun, 2026-07-14. Westerly Sun local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  82. Utah News item

    ‘It’s a big question mark’: MIDA board member, officials address public concerns over Stratos Project. MIDA board member and officials address public concerns over the Stratos Project data center in Box Elder County, Utah. The discussion reflects ongoing public scrutiny of the project's environmental and community impact. ABC4 Utah, 2026-07-14. ABC4 Utah local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  83. Wyoming News item

    Cheyenne is 3,500 acres larger after approving controversial Microsoft annexation - Oil City News. Cheyenne approved a controversial Microsoft annexation adding 3,500 acres. The municipal action approved annexation for Microsoft data center development. Oil City News, 2026-07-14. Oil City News local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  84. Wyoming News item

    Opinion | Data centers may be far from the savior that Wyoming is looking for - WyoFile. An opinion piece in WyoFile questions whether data centers will deliver the economic benefits Wyoming expects. The commentary reflects local skepticism about data center development. WyoFile, 2026-07-14. WyoFile local outlet (reported on this date) (reported on; the source's own date)

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  85. Arkansas Timeline entry

    Google West Memphis Data Center. Google agreed to purchase initial electricity output from Steel River Energy Center solar project near Wilson in Mississippi County The record reads being built, reported July 14, 2026. arkansasonline.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  86. Arkansas Timeline entry

    Google West Memphis Data Center. First two phases will add three million solar panels, estimated for completion by early to mid 2028 The record reads being built, reported July 14, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  87. Arkansas Timeline entry

    Google West Memphis Data Center. Steel River Energy Center held ceremonial groundbreaking July 14, 2026 The record reads being built, reported July 14, 2026. commercialappeal.com local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

  88. Indiana Timeline entry

    Munster data center. A data center was proposed in Munster, Indiana, drawing resident opposition The record reads reported, reported July 14, 2026. WGN-TV local outlet (reported on this date) (source date; the content gives no date of its own)

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